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Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
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Philanthropy Jobs
Search philanthropy jobs across grantmaking, donor engagement, community partnerships, evaluation, operations, impact investing and foundation leadership.
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Roles found across mission-driven organizations
Program Officer
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
Grants Manager
Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
Philanthropic Advisor
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
Foundation Executive Director
Lead priorities, coordinate stakeholders and translate organizational goals into responsible action.
Community Investment Manager
Build reliable programs, communication and systems that help people and missions succeed.
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What to evaluate before applying
Titles vary across private foundations, community foundations, family foundations, corporate giving programs and philanthropic networks. Read the responsibilities carefully and compare reporting relationships, decision authority, team size, resources and the outcomes expected during the first year.
- Experience with grantmaking and portfolio stewardship
- Experience with community listening and partnership
- Experience with due diligence and learning
- Experience with clear communication with boards, donors and grantees
1. Scope
Understand ownership and priorities.
2. Evidence
Prepare relevant accomplishments.
3. Mission
Connect experience to the work.
4. Questions
Assess support and expectations.
For employers
Reach professionals who understand this work
Describe the mission, actual responsibilities, reporting structure, compensation, location expectations and measures of success. Specific postings help qualified professionals recognize where they can contribute.
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- Grantmaking and portfolio stewardship
- Community listening and partnership
- Due diligence and learning
- Clear communication with boards, donors and grantees
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Philanthropy Jobs on Foundation List
Center for Social Sector Leadership / Packard Foundation
Sep.
Access Fund
Sep.
Step Up Tutoring
Sep.
Savanna Institute
Sep.
Trillium Family Services
Sep.
Mad Agriculture
Sep.
Advocates for Life Skills and Opportunity (ALSO)
Sep.
Coastal Community Foundation
Aug.
Woodcock Foundation
Aug.
Northeastern Illinois University
Aug.
ICA.Fund
Aug.
Development and Grants Director
A Full-time Job
Indiana Blind Children's Foundation
Aug.
Strategic Advisor to the CEO
A Full-time Job
Encore Community Services
Aug.
Vice President of Philanthropy
A Full-time Job
Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation
Aug.
Director of Development
A Full-time Job
Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments
Aug.
Executive Director
A Full-time Job
GreenLight Fund
Aug.
Vice President, People & Culture
A Full-time Job
Community Initiatives
Aug.
Regional Director of Philanthropy, Western Missouri
A Full-time Job
Gateway to Hope
Aug.
Director of Development
A Full-time Job
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Aug.
VP, Philanthropy
A Full-time Job
Housing Partnership Network
Aug.
Administrator
Part-time
Marcia Brady Tucker Foundation
Jul.
Senior Strategic Partnerships Officer
A Full-time Job
Women's World Banking
Jul.
Communications and Development Coordinator
A Full-time Job
Center for Effective Philanthropy
Jul.
Chief Financial Officer
A Full-time Job
Vermont Foodbank
Jul.
Associate Director of Development - West Coast Region
A Full-time Job
Hadassah
Jul.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
What types of organizations hire for philanthropy jobs?
Opportunities may be available with private foundations, community foundations, family foundations, corporate giving programs and philanthropic networks. The exact title and scope vary by organization.
How should candidates evaluate philanthropy jobs?
Compare the responsibilities, reporting relationship, authority, resources, location requirements and measures of success rather than relying on the title alone.
How can employers attract qualified candidates?
Use a clear title, explain the mission and priorities, publish compensation and location expectations, and describe what successful work will look like.